Logistics Ops & Engineering Manager

Working in Manufacturing at JLR, you will be the hands-on expert who brings innovation to life. You will collaborate with a team of expert technicians and problem-solvers and use cutting-edge tools, facilities, and processes engineered together to build era-defining vehicles that people across the world know and love. Your expertise will directly impact the shaping of modern luxury. Together, let’s create the exceptional.

WHAT TO EXPECT

The purpose of this role is to develop a clearly defined and execute the Material Flow / Physical Logistics Operations from supplier to line-side for EPMC site. The role encompasses the operational management of the material handling strategic partner (Lead Logistics Partner) to achieve right part, right place at right time in a minimal inventory with maximum efficiency. The material flow team will drive value stream mapping (VSM), ownership of the Methods Time Measurement (MTM) model, benchmarking and best in class (BiC) for both operations and facility needs. As such this role is accountable for the success of the end to end logistics operation.

• Lead the development of manufacturing logistics requirements and material flow strategies, ensuring that Powertrain are adopting Best in Class solutions for facilities and process design.
• Engagement with peer group in JLR and other high volume, time critical delivery systems to benchmark quality of service and productivity.
• Drive innovation in operations through a cohesive Logistics Engineering and LLP team with a joint ‘can do’ attitude.
• Innovation for EPMC (and JLR) through the deployment of appropriate technologies to drive timeliness and accuracy of operation through velocity in information flows and system integration.
• This role is driving for End to End value stream optimisation from inbound logistics solutions to shipping for UK, Europe and ROW operations.
• Development of Logistics Operations for current and new Engine programs through timely and accurate input into Desk Top studies, PDL's and programme Gateways.
• Align Inbound to Internal logistics operations to provide a total cost solution in the supply chain.
• Manage Plan for every part (PfEP) or equivalent Bill of Material management tool to develop solutions.
• Lead the development of Value Stream Maps (VSMs) to achieve optimum balance between pallet investment, freight cost expenditure, inventory holding and marketplace space for forward programs.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills you’ll need to have to help you succeed here, including:

• Experience / knowledge of Material flow and physical logistics operations and their inter relationships with manufacturing, Finance, Purchasing and PD.
• Strong analytical skills and statistical ability.
• Be able to work independently, manage priorities, identify issues and solutions using own initiative, coupled with a desire to make a difference and tenacity to achieve results.
• Demonstrate drive, a creative flair with a customer focussed approach and good organisational skills and have the ability to multi-task; manage changing priorities whilst maintaining focus.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs. Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you’re interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible. JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.